Question 1

When conducting programmatic research,it is very important to:
A) avoid previous literature as this would be plagiarism.
B) use previous literature to inform the current study.
C) copy the previous literature for the current study.
D) ignore the previous literature.

Accepted Answer

Using previous literature to inform the current study is important in order to build upon existing knowledge, avoid making redundant research efforts, and ensure that the new study is relevant and up-to-date. However, directly copying previous literature without proper citation or attribution would be plagiarism, which is unethical and unacceptable in academic research. Ignoring previous literature altogether may result in missed opportunities for new insights or solutions.

Question 2

If a participant scores significantly higher than the midpoint on a particular measure using a single sample t-test this would indicate that:
A) the participant falls on the negative end of the continuum for that particular measure.
B) the measure is not reliable for the given construct.
C) the participant falls on neutral on the continuum for that particular measure.
D) the participant falls on the positive end of the continuum for that particular measure.

Accepted Answer

If a participant scores significantly higher than the midpoint using a single sample t-test, it means that their score is significantly different from the average or midpoint score on that measure. Since the midpoint represents an average or neutral score, scoring significantly higher than it would mean that the participant falls on the positive end of the continuum for that particular measure.

Question 3

Which of the following outcomes would indicate a significant finding based on conducting a factorial ANOVA? A) F(1,142)= 6.73,p = .03,eta² = .06 B) F(1,142)= 8.73,p = .07,eta² = .06 C) F(1,142)= 7.73,p = .21,eta² = .06 D) F(1,142)= 6.73,p = .18,eta² = .06

Accepted Answer

A significant finding would indicate a low p-value (less than .05) and a larger effect size, represented by a larger eta squared value. Option A has a low p-value and a non-negligible eta squared value of .06, indicating a significant finding. Options B, C, and D either have p-values above .05 or very small eta squared values, indicating non-significant findings.

Question 4

Ron completed a study on personality variables among males and females in his first graduate empirical study and then built on that initial study with examining the role of personality variables in long term and short term romantic relationships,now Ron would like to develop a third study that incorporates the results from Study 1 and Study 2.Ron has completed:
A) a program evaluation
B) an empirical research
C) a survey study
D) programmatic research

Accepted Answer

Ron's research can be categorized as programmatic research because he has built on his initial study (Study 1) and incorporated it into his second study (Study 2). Now, for his third study, Ron is continuing to build on his previous research, making it programmatic in nature.

Question 5

Focus groups tend to use _____ in order to have a proportionate number of individuals to provide insight into a particular topic.
A) area probability sampling
B) cluster sampling
C) stratified random sampling
D) snowball sampling

Accepted Answer

The answer of Focus groups tend to use _____ in...

Question 6

_____ uses the scientific method to assess whether an organized activity is achieving its intended objectives.
A) Process evaluation
B) Outcomes evaluation
C) Program evaluation
D) Needs evaluation

Accepted Answer

Program evaluation uses the scientific method to assess whether an organized activity is achieving its intended objectives. It involves assessing the program's design, implementation, and effectiveness. Process evaluation assesses how well the program was implemented, outcomes evaluation assesses the results of the program, and needs evaluation assesses the target population's needs and whether the program is appropriate for those needs.

Question 7

Focus groups typically have a:
A) low volume of content
B) high volume of content
C) difficulty obtaining content from participants
D) lack of generalizability

Accepted Answer

Focus groups typically involve a high volume of content as participants share their thoughts, opinions, and experiences in a group setting. This can result in a lot of information to sift through and analyze.

Question 8

_____ are monetary gifts given to help organizations meet a specific goal or objective.
A) Endowments
B) Grants
C) Word clouds
D) Lotteries

Accepted Answer

Grants are monetary gifts provided by government agencies, corporations or foundations to support specific programs or projects of non-profit organizations, schools or individuals. Endowments are permanent funds gifted to organizations to provide ongoing support, while word clouds and lotteries are not related to financial contributions to organizations.

Question 9

A(n)_____ is an assessment to determine which features of a program are most valuable and who they benefit most.
A) needs evaluation
B) process evaluation
C) outcomes evaluation
D) program evaluation

Accepted Answer

A needs evaluation assesses the needs of a program's stakeholders and determines which features are most valuable and who they benefit the most. Process, outcomes, and program evaluations all focus on different aspects of a program's effectiveness and may not specifically address the determination of valuable features and beneficiaries.

Question 10

A world cloud is a visual representation of the frequency with which certain words are used in a(n):
A) needs assessment.
B) quantitative assessment.
C) qualitative assessment.
D) outcome evaluation.

Accepted Answer

A world cloud is commonly used in qualitative assessments to analyze and visually display the most frequently used words or themes in written or spoken data. It provides a quick snapshot of key concerns, opinions, or attitudes expressed by participants in the assessment. It is not commonly used in needs assessments, quantitative assessments, or outcome evaluations.

Question 11

_____involve assembling a group of individuals to discuss a specific topic.
A) Participant pools
B) Waiting-list control groups
C) Focus groups
D) Dependent means

Accepted Answer

Focus groups involve bringing together a group of individuals to discuss a specific topic. Participant pools are a group of individuals that researchers can draw from to participate in a study. Waiting-list control groups are a type of control group in experimental designs. Dependent means refer to the mean scores of a sample on two related variables.

Question 12

Programmatic research is a systematic and planned sequence of related studies where subsequent studies build directly on a previous study's findings to provide a more comprehensive understanding of a:
A) researcher's area of interest.
B) single variable.
C) phenomenon.
D) control group.

Accepted Answer

Programmatic research is designed to systematically study a phenomenon, with subsequent studies building on previous findings to provide a more comprehensive understanding of that phenomenon. Therefore, the correct answer is (C) phenomenon.

Question 13

A program evaluation report includes specific information.The appendices of program evaluation reports typically include all of the following A typical program evaluation report includes all of the following,EXCEPT:
A) research measures
B) program goals and objectives.
C) references
D) data files

Accepted Answer

The answer of A program evaluation report includes specific information.The...

Question 14

_____ is only one item or question being used to measure a variable.
A) A single-item indicator
B) The testing effect
C) The cell mean
D) A dependent indicator

Accepted Answer

A single-item indicator is a type of measurement in which only one question or item is being used to measure a variable. It is often used in surveys or questionnaires to measure attitudes, beliefs, or behaviors. This method is simple and efficient but may lack reliability and validity compared to multiple-item indicators.

Question 15

A(n)_____ identifies program features to continue or discontinue and to determine potential new components to add.
A) program evaluation
B) process evaluation
C) needs evaluation
D) outcomes evaluation

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)_____ identifies program features to continue or...

Question 16

Symbols are used to identify a variety of statistical concepts.The symbol of $\alpha$ typically represents:
A) an ANOVA
B) a Chi-square
C) internal consistency
D) a Beta

Accepted Answer

The answer of Symbols are used to identify a variety...

Question 17

_____ assesses the general program operation,including who the program serves and how the program delivers services to that population.
A) Needs evaluation
B) Process evaluation
C) Outcomes evaluation
D) Program evaluation

Accepted Answer

Process evaluation assesses the general program operation, including who the program serves and how the program delivers services to that population. Needs evaluation focuses on identifying the needs of the target population or community. Outcomes evaluation focuses on measuring the effectiveness of the program in achieving its goals. Program evaluation encompasses all three types of evaluation and may also assess the program's efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability.

Question 18

Which of the following is part of the communication of results phase for the program evaluation process?
A) reporting the results
B) analyzing the data
C) identifying key stakeholders
D) describing the program

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is part of...

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT part of the planning phase for the program evaluation process?
A) identifying key stakeholders
B) describing the program
C) creating an evaluation plan
D) gathering the data

Accepted Answer

Gathering the data is part of the data collection phase, not the planning phase. The planning phase includes identifying key stakeholders, describing the program, and creating an evaluation plan.

Question 20

The _____ is the person who asks the questions and facilitations discussion in a focus group.
A) moderator
B) mediator
C) judge
D) panelist

Accepted Answer

The term used for the person who leads a focus group discussion and asks questions is the moderator. A mediator is someone who helps resolve conflicts between two or more parties, a judge makes legal decisions, and a panelist is a member of a group of experts who discuss an issue or topic.

Quiz 13: Using Research in the Real World: Part 1

When conducting programmatic research,it is very important to:

If a participant scores significantly higher than the midpoint on a particular measure using a single sample t-test this would indicate that:

Which of the following outcomes would indicate a significant finding based on conducting a factorial ANOVA?

Focus groups tend to use _____ in order to have a proportionate number of individuals to provide insight into a particular topic.

_____ uses the scientific method to assess whether an organized activity is achieving its intended objectives.

Focus groups typically have a:

_____ are monetary gifts given to help organizations meet a specific goal or objective.

A(n) _____ is an assessment to determine which features of a program are most valuable and who they benefit most.

A world cloud is a visual representation of the frequency with which certain words are used in a(n) :

_____involve assembling a group of individuals to discuss a specific topic.

Programmatic research is a systematic and planned sequence of related studies where subsequent studies build directly on a previous study's findings to provide a more comprehensive understanding of a:

A program evaluation report includes specific information.The appendices of program evaluation reports typically include all of the following A typical program evaluation report includes all of the following,EXCEPT:

_____ is only one item or question being used to measure a variable.

A(n) _____ identifies program features to continue or discontinue and to determine potential new components to add.

Symbols are used to identify a variety of statistical concepts.The symbol of $\alpha$ typically represents:

_____ assesses the general program operation,including who the program serves and how the program delivers services to that population.

Which of the following is part of the communication of results phase for the program evaluation process?

Which of the following is NOT part of the planning phase for the program evaluation process?

The _____ is the person who asks the questions and facilitations discussion in a focus group.